First off, let me introduce myself. My name is Jason, I'm 34 and live in Roswell. I own a light blue '73 Beetle that I have had for about 2 years. So far the only mechanically inclined thing I'm capable of doing is change the oil.

I was going to take my car to Po' Volks Home (Northlake Center) in Tucker, GA for a tune-up and brake service but have learned they went out of business. Does anyone know of a good mechanic in the Roswell/Alpharetta area...or nearby?

In hopes of getting help from the Georgia Dubs community let me tell you my brake problem.

The brake pedal travels to the floor and does not brake well. Though, while I'm driving, if I pump the brakes the brake pedal and braking feel fine. But I have to repeat this each time I'm braking.

I've checked my brake fluid and it is full. Could my brake shoes just need adjustment?

Anyone willing to give me a helping hand if it is a more serious repair that I can't do on my own? I'll buy the beer.

Doing the brakes is not to difficult in my opinion. It is a good project for someone starting off. I would recommend going to the book store and purchase "How to keep your Volkswagen Alive". It goes over procedure step-by-step with drawings to explain where things are. After looking that over come back to the forum with more questions.

I actually have that book. I forgot I owned it. My dad gave it to me when he gave me his Beetle. I glanced over the chapter on brakes and am feeling a little more confident. I'll let you know how it goes.